Earnestine Faulkner Gordon Reflections on The Life and Legacy Of
Earnestine Faulkner Gordon was born on May 30, 1942, in Hernando, Mississippi to the late Maggie Lee (Walker) Galmore and Robert Faulkner. She was preceded in death by one brother, Curly Walker.
She served. Earnestine accepted Christ as her personal Saviour
at an early age and joined Knights Chapel CME Church. She later joined the Powerhouse Church of God in Christ under the leadership of the late Pastor Samuel L. Garner. There, she was filled with the baptism of the Holy Ghost. After the death of Pastor Garner, she continued to serve under the leadership of Pastor Robert Peggs as the Financial Secretary, Sunday School Teacher, and Vice-President of the Usher Board until her health failed.
Earnestine was an Educator. She graduated from Hernando Central High
School in 1962. She earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education from Mississippi Industrial College (Holly Springs, Mississippi) in 1966, and continued her education by earning a Master’s degree from the University of Mississippi at Oxford. She worked diligently as an educator in the DeSoto County School System for 38 years, and she retired in 2004.
She is cherished. She leaves to cherish her precious memory her only daughter,
Christa Lynn Gordon-Banks and a dedicated son-in-love, Elder Charles Ray Banks; two sisters: Shirley Ann Veasey (Archie) and Arlene Waddell, both of Memphis, Tennesse; four brothers: Larry Faulkner, Lenoize Wilson, Abraham Galmore (Marie) – all of Memphis, Tennesee – and Willie Bell (Nacie) of Detroit, Michigan; the surviving spouse of her late brother, Dorothy Walker; two aunts: Earnest Lee Walker and Addie Mae Walker; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, friends, and church members.
The Order of Service
I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. 8Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness, which the LORD, the righteous Judge, will award to me on that dayand not only to me, but also to all who have longed for his appearing. (II Timothy 4:7-8, NIV)
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Processional. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .The Family of Ernestine Faulkner Gordon Old Testament Scripture. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Deacon Horace Gordon Solid Rock AME Zion Church New Testament Scripture. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pastor Calvin Brown Dominion Church of God in Christ Prayer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Superintendent Carl Sanders Solid Rock Church of God in Christ Musical Selection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Powerhouse COGIC Music Ministry Expressions (3 minutes, please) Elder Abraham Galmore, Family ~ Ms. Helen Pratcher, Friend ~ Ms. Georgia Davis, Classmate Ms. Gloria Lee, Neighbor ~ Mrs. Geraldine Johnson-Patton, Professionals in Action Solo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Psalmist Brittney Rivers Special Reflections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Elder Charles Banks & Christa Gordon Banks Words of Comfort . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Minister Ronnie Hart Powerhouse Church of God in Christ Acknowledgments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Mrs. Marilyn Flowers Turner Musical Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Powerhouse COGIC Music Ministry The Eulogy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pastor Robert Peggs Recessional . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .The Family of Ernestine Faulkner Gordon
E A R N E S T I N E
Example of a true woman Always ready to show love Remembering family first Never allowing quitting to be an option Energy created by your love Smile of the sunshine Trust that you have given us Integrity explains your best Never will we forget the love you gave Excellent, in every way
Family Tributes
To Our Mother
You are with the angels Now it was time to say goodbye Yet still it’s hard to hide the pain No matter how we try. For you were such a special mom With lots of love to share And knowing you’re no longer here Is very hard to bear.
Life without you, Mom, will never be the same. ~Christa & Charles Banks ~
To Our Beloved Sister
This world, however beautiful Was never meant to be The place that you would call your home For all eternity. We would not choose for you to leave But, our loving God knew best And in His time, He lifts us To a place of peace and rest. Many tears we have seen and cried They have all poured out like rain. Yet, we know that you are happy now And no longer in any pain. ~ Larry, Abraham, Lenoize, Shirley Ann, Arlene, & Willie Earl ~
To My Family
Weep not for me though I have gone into that gentle night Grieve if you will, but not for long, upon my soul’s sweet flight I am at peace! My soul’s at rest! There is no need for tears. For with your love, I was so blessed for all those many years. There is no pain! I suffer not! The fear is now all gone. Put now these things out of your thoughts. In your memory, I’ll live on. Earnestine Faulkner Gordon
Acknowledgment
For comforting us in sadness...for lifting us in prayer; For warm hugs and tokens of love, or for simply being there; We extend our heartfelt thanks to you with a love that shall never cease. May God reward you abundantly and continue to give us peace. Special thanks to Pastor Earl Shannon and the St. Luke Church of God in Christ family, Crossroads Hospice, West Clinic, Methodist Hospitals, Christine Jones, & Latricia Johnson. ~ From The Family of Earnestine Faulkner Gordon ~
Active Pallbearers
Ronald Wilson Reginald Walker
Lenoize Wilson, Jr. Thomas Johnson
Jeffrey Galmore Casey Walker
Honorary Pallbearers PIA – Professionals in Action
Interment
Memorial Park South Woods 5485 Hacks Cross Road s Olive Branch, Mississippi 38654
Memorial Repast
Gateway Church of God in Christ 2201 Ketchum Road s Memphis, Tennessee 38114
Services Entrusted To
M. J. Edwards Funeral Home 5494 Elvis Presley Boulevard s Memphis, Tennessee 38116 s (901) 332-3164 Program Design by Precious Memories Graphics & More, 901-257-9124